CHUCK ABBOT

With over 30 years of experience in automotive services, refrigerant lifecycle management, and international product marketing, Chuck is a recognised authority in the refrigerants and vehicle service equipment industries.

He currently leads global marketing strategy for OF&EM’s refrigerants, guiding the brand’s positioning and growth across key markets worldwide.

Chuck began his career in electrical engineering and service management, developing a hands-on understanding of automotive systems and customer needs. He later transitioned into marketing and product development, where he has played a pivotal role in shaping innovative solutions in refrigerant recovery, coolant exchange, and transmission fluid systems.

A former President of a refrigerant recycling company, Chuck successfully led the organisation through significant expansion and acquisition. This experience, combined with decades of work on refrigerant-related technologies, gives him deep, practical knowledge of the entire refrigerant lifecycle - from recovery and reuse to regulatory compliance and sustainability.

Chuck is available to discuss:

• How next-generation refrigerants such as Klea Edge 444A and Klea Edge 456A are helping garage owners reduce costs and manage pricing volatility in an unstable market

• The importance of effective refrigerant lifecycle management, from recovery and reuse to compliance and sustainability

• The growing impact of environmental regulation on refrigerant use and what businesses need to do to stay compliant

• The risks and impact of illegal refrigerant trade on the industry, and how it undermines compliance, safety standards and fair pricing for legitimate businesses